Water
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent issues.
Uvaria afra, Small Cluster Pear, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Africa, bearing fragrant flowers and edible fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light, but tolerates some direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-27°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent issues.
Prune lightly to shape the plant and remove any dead or crossing branches. This can be done in spring before new growth emerges or after flowering. Avoid heavy pruning, as it can reduce flowering and fruiting potential.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification.
Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring, moving them to a slightly larger container. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting provides fresh nutrients and space for root growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Small Cluster Pear (Uvaria afra)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Annonaceae |
| Genus | Uvaria |
| Species | Uvaria afra |
Similar in genus Uvaria
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
